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Balancing Work and Wellness in High-Pressure Jobs – Interview w/ Christa Mayfield of Good Sustained – Ep. 63

In this episode of the Elijah Rising podcast, we sit down with Christa Mayfield, founder of Good Sustained, an organization that supports professionals who experience stress, vicarious trauma, and burnout incurred from their role of service. Christa is a Certified Health Coach and a Workplace Wellness Consultant who has worked with a variety of populations including those affected by human trafficking.

Join us as we talk to Christa about the challenges and stresses that professionals in high-pressure jobs face, the importance of balancing work and wellness, and practical strategies for coping with stress in the workplace. This episode offers insights and inspiration for anyone looking for a different way in their work.

Don’t forget to check out Good Sustained and the amazing work they’re doing to support professionals in the field of service.

https://www.goodsustained.com

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